Four Arrested After Liskeard Man Found Dead
Police have launched a murder investigation after a man died in Liskeard. Officers were called shortly before 9.30pm on Sunday, September 13, after a report that a man had been...
Looe Beach Ordnance Destroyed in Controlled Blast
The suspected ordnance was reported at around 2.35pm and remained at the beach until an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team arrived to...
Son Jailed for Beating Mother Battling Cancer
A man has been jailed for a vicious drunken attack on his mother. Benjamin Joyner, 38, left his mother with significant bruising, cuts and a fractured rib, Exeter Crown Court...
Device Found on Looe Beach Destroyed in Controlled Explosion
A cordon was put in place by Looe and Polruan Coastguard Teams to support the EOD Team while the controlled explosion took place.
Jury Discharged in Trial of Johnson Wedding Plot Suspect
A jury has been discharged after it failed to reach a verdict in the trial of a man accused of plotting to disrupt Boris Johnson's wedding reception. Tim Speers, 41,...
Cornwall Man Returns From Australia, Finds He’s Outgrown Home
St Ives is one of the country's best-loved seaside towns, known for its stunning beaches, clear waters and lively high street, but even that wasn't enough to persuade one resident...
North Devon Maternity Reopening Date Pushed Back
The reopening of a hospital's maternity services has been delayed by health bosses. Birthing services at North Devon District Hospital in...
Gas Leak Forces Exeter Road Closure and Diversions
Drivers in Exeter are being warned of diversions on a major route after a gas leak was found. A gas pipe running beneath the road is leaking. Bonhay Road has...
South West Water Apologises for Exmouth Sewage Spill, MP Demands Answers
South West Water has apologised for a sewage spill into bathing water at Exmouth, blaming a 'process failure' at its Maer Lane treatment...
Liskeard Town Centre Cordoned as Murder Investigation Continues
Police are currently at the scene of an incident in Liskeard town centre, CornwallLive understands. The garden area and neighbouring shelter...
Open Eco Homes Devon Showcases Warmer, Greener Homes
Devon residents are being invited to visit real homes across the county this autumn to see practical ways to cut energy bills,...
Cornwall Care Leader Programme Supports Workers Early in Careers
A bold new training programme is set to reshape the future of adult social care leadership in Cornwall, giving care workers the chance to...
Seaton Man Jailed for Stabbing Defenceless Man Who Laughed
A Seaton man has been jailed after he armed himself with two kitchen knives and stabbed a defenceless man for laughing at him.
Person Dies After Being Struck by Train in Cornwall
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Doorstep Roofer Defrauds Pensioner of £11,000
A cold caller scammed a pensioner out of £11,000 after promising to fix her roof, a court heard. Fraudster Jimmy Smith, 25, knocked on the door of a 78-year-old woman...
Man in His 20s Dies After Tractor Trailer Crash
A man in his 20s has died after a crash involving a tractor with a trailer. Devon and Cornwall Police said officers were called to a single-vehicle crash on an...
Man Dies After Tractor Trailer Crash in Cornwall
The driver, a local man in his 20s, was pronounced dead at the scene near St Austell.
Liskeard Town Centre Incident Leads to Police Cordon
Area around Dean Street has been closed off whilst investigations take place.
Motorhome Fire and Oil Spill Close Devon Road
A motorhome and the car it was towing were destroyed in a fire on the A399 at Wistland Pound, leaving an oil spill that closed the road in both directions....
South Devon College Launches Specialist Provision for Young People Facing Barriers
South Devon College has officially launched its new Enhanced Provision Pathway (EPP), a specialist provision designed to re-engage...
Community Events to Showcase New Dartmoor Landscape Scheme
People living in and around East Dartmoor are invited to free information events about plans to protect and enhance the area's unique landscape and wildlife. The events will let residents...
Devon Launches Free Support for Businesses and Entrepreneurs
Businesses, aspiring entrepreneurs, and young people across Devon can now access free business support, mentoring and advice through a range...
Teddy Bear Returns to Cornwall, Where Its Story Began
Thirteen years after a teddy bear captured the hearts of visitors at a Newquay arts festival, the German photographer behind the project is...
Man in 20s Dies in Tractor Crash Near St Austell
A man in his 20s has died after a tractor crash on an unclassified road near St Austell. Devon and Cornwall Police responded to a report of a single vehicle...
Police Appeal After Tractor Driver Dies in Cornwall Crash
A 20‑year‑old tractor driver has died as a result of a single‑vehicle collision in Cornwall.
Council Opens £5k Grants for Arts and Heritage Projects
MID Devon District Council is offering people and groups £5000 to help bring tourism, arts, culture and heritage projects to their town...
Trust Confirms Emergency Unit Opening on Schedule
There is no delay to a Plymouth emergency care building opening in 2029, a health trust has confirmed. The £247m project is due to replace Derriford Hospital's 50-year-old emergency department...
Devon School Break-In Causes Thousands in Damage
Thousands of pounds of damage has been caused after offenders forced their way into a primary school and damaged the building.
Drunken Man Jailed for Stabbing Man Who Laughed at Him
A 44-year-old man from Seaton has been jailed for arming himself with two kitchen knives and stabbing a man as he lay defenceless on the ground. Daniel Flynn was drunk...
RSPCA Cornwall Rehomes Final Two Terriers From Major Rescue
It has been a deeply emotional milestone for the RSPCA Cornwall Branch this week as Thomas and Tommy - the final two terriers from a large...
College Bus Removal Brings Chaos for Falmouth Families
Parents say the removal of some bus services in Cornwall are causing "chaos" for students.
Speedboat Killer Jack Shepherd Jailed Over Partner Assault
Jack Shepherd, the man known as the speedboat killer, has been jailed for 20 months with a further four years on extended licence for violently assaulting his girlfriend. The attacks...
Omar Bogle Red Card Disappoints John Askey
Truro City manager John Askey said new signing Omar Bogle's red card was indefensible and left him disappointed. The 33-year-old striker was sent off in stoppage time during the 1-1...
Gig Boatbuilder’s Legacy to Be Honoured With Blue Plaque
The life and work of a Cornish boatbuilder is to be commemorated with a blue plaque. Ralph Bird built 29 gig boats during 21 years at his...
Blue Plaque to Honour Gig Boatbuilder Ralph Bird
The life and work of a Cornish boatbuilder is to be commemorated with a blue plaque. Ralph Bird built 29 gig boats during 21 years at his...
Mount Etna Eruption Disrupts Sicily Flights
Mount Etna in Sicily erupted on Monday morning, causing travel disruption across the region and forcing Catania Airport to suspend flights for safety reasons. Travellers are being rerouted to Palermo,...
Fire Destroys Vehicle and Trailer on North Devon Road
The fire service had to stop fuel from entering a nearby stream.
Exeter City Women Earn Dramatic 4-4 Draw at Cheltenham
3-0 down and then 4-3 down, Ishbel Zuurmond scored a spectacular 98th minute equaliser at Cheltenham Town.
Swim Warning Issued After Pollutant Turns River Bright Blue
Environment bosses have issued an urgent "do not swim" warning at a UK beauty spot after a pollutant turned the river bright blue. Pictures released by the Environment Agency show...
A38 Traffic Delays After Two Separate Crashes
MOTORISTS travelling on the A38 this morning can expect delays following two separate crashes. The A38 Devon Expressway is partially blocked...
Man Arrested After Crash Injures Woman Near St Germans
Devon and Cornwall Police were called to the scene and a road closure was put in place.
Furious Residents React as £3m Cornish Beach Goes on Sale
Locals raged after Loe Beach, in Cornwall, was put up for sale with a £3million price tag - the sale includes over six acres of land and 78...
Cornwall Auction Includes Farm Buildings, Quarry, Shops and Homes
There is also a home for as little as £25000, detached house for £85000 guide and a 'complex of barns and farm buildings with a truly...
Man Arrested After Woman Hurt in Cornwall Overnight Crash
A man has been arrested after a woman was injured in a crash in Cornwall during the early hours. The A374 was shut in both directions following the incident. READ...
Historic Cornish Pub Hosted Sam Fender Before Fame
From the unusually low bar built with Cornwall's miners in mind, to the faded photographs on the walls and the giant Cornish flag hanging...
Locals Hail Prince of Wales’ £250K Fund for Princetown
The funding comes after William decided to stop personally benefiting from the prison's £1.5m rent.
Council Bans Mobile Tattoo and Piercing Services
Mobile tattoo and piercing businesses will not be allowed to operate under a new council policy. The policy was agreed by North Devon Council after it received inquiries from businesses...
Batteries Made With Cornish Lithium Successfully Produced
Batteries made with 100 per cent Cornish lithium could reach the market in the near future. Mining firm Cornish Lithium said lithium hydroxide monohydrate (LHM) produced from ore mined at...
Penzance Retirement Homes Plan Sparks Flood Evacuation Fears
The Environment Agency has 'serious flood risk concerns' and says it would be 'inaccessible to emergency services … for up to 12 hours'
Council Bans Mobile Tattoo and Piercing Businesses
Mobile tattoo and piercing businesses will not be allowed to operate under a new council policy. The policy was agreed by North Devon...